Best Shawarma Battle: Oakville vs. Mississauga

There is no battle more serious and important than the battle between two cities vying to be recognized as the best place to go for exceptional shawarma.

We at inSauga.com and inHalton.colm have searched far and wide for the best shawarma in both areas and our Top 5 picks are about to battle it out to see who is the best—and you can vote on your favourite in the poll below.

When it come to great shawarma, every ingredient counts. Is the beef or chicken tender and flavourful? Are the falafels crispy? Are all the sauces on point? Do you smell like garlic for days after a really good meal or wrap?

Both Mississauga and Oakville are known for their respective food scenes and both offer a ton of commendable shawarma joints—but only one city can have the absolute best shawarma place.

So, here’s a look at each city’s best spots on our signature Top 5 lists on inSauga.com and inHalton.com.

When you’re hungry, nothing beats shawarma. Mississauga has some choice hotspots for the popular Mediterranean dish, including the Creditview Rd. Lazeez Shawarma, the ever popular and homegrown Osmow’s Grill, the Pita Boss on Derry Road, the City Centre area Safari Grill and our number one pick, the elegant Roman Zaman. While Roman Zaman is our proud number one pick, all of the places will leave you more than satisfied when you’re in the mood for a truly tasty dinner.

Oakville, a bustling and diverse town with enviable food scene, offers a ton of options when it comes to shawarma. Some hot spots to check out? The Kerr Village located Maro’s Bistro (it’s known for its presentation), the beloved (and always tasty) Chef’s Door, the authentic and service-oriented Agabi Cuisine, the family-run and unpretentious Adonis Mediterranean Restaurant and our number one pick, the Ford Drive hotspot Shawarmarama. While is our proud number one pick, all of the places will leave you more than satisfied when you’re looking for a great lunch (or dinner).